Clinical trials
Stroke clinical trials
A loss of blood flow to part of the brain, a medical emergency. We’re tracking 1,681 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT02531880RecruitingPhase 1
MRI test of a brain barrier issue in hard-to-treat epilepsy
This early-phase study uses a special MRI approach to look for signs that the “blood-brain barrier” is breaking down in people with drug-resistant epilepsy. It may help researchers understand what is happening in the brain and guide future treatments, though it is primarily a testing/study study.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–60 - NCT02639325Recruiting
Seizure treatment study for people with brain tumors
This study looks at how a brain tumor-related seizure condition is handled in children and adults. It may be a good option if your seizures started soon after your brain tumor was found or is in the same brain area as your seizure symptoms.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 8–99 - NCT02659956Recruiting
Study brain and eye changes on MRI in MS
This study looks at how multiple sclerosis (MS) affects MRI scans and other measurements in the brain, spinal cord, and eyes. It may help researchers better understand MS changes over time, using follow-up visits and, in the future, donated tissue after death.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT02435810Recruiting
Study of infections and inflammation affecting the nervous system
This study looks at how infections or inflammation involving the brain and spinal cord work, using patient data and samples. It may help researchers better understand these illnesses and improve future care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–110 - NCT02359812Recruiting
Robot-assisted arm and hand rehab after recent stroke
This study tests whether a robot-guided therapy program can help people regain arm and hand movement after a recent stroke. You may be able to join if you are within a month of a first stroke on one side and have specific levels of arm and hand recovery.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–85 - NCT02638701RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Infliximab for hard-to-treat brain blood vessel aneurysms
This Phase 1/2 trial tests infliximab, a medicine that calms inflammation, for dolichoectactic aneurysms in the vertebral/basilar brain blood vessels that usually cannot be treated with standard surgery or procedures. The goal is to see if it can improve safety and how the aneurysm behaves over time.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT02670161Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Using electronic records to improve care for brain and nerve conditions
This study looks at how doctors use electronic medical records to improve treatment and care for people with certain brain and nervous system conditions. It may help because it tests practice-based approaches across neurology visits.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 18–100 - NCT02359253Recruiting
Robot-assisted arm therapy after a recent stroke
This study tests whether robot-guided therapy can improve arm and hand recovery after a stroke. You may be a candidate if your stroke was recent and you still have certain levels of arm weakness and movement.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–85 - NCT01900132Recruiting
Electrical muscle testing for neuromuscular disorders
This study uses a quick, painless electrical test to measure muscle health in people with nerve or muscle disorders and in healthy volunteers. It aims to learn how these measurements change over time, which may help diagnose and monitor these conditions better.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–110 - NCT02107989Recruiting
MRI and brain scans before epilepsy surgery
This study collects noninvasive brain scan data (mainly MRI, sometimes MEG) from people being evaluated for focal epilepsy surgery, and from healthy volunteers. It aims to build reference “normal” brain images and improve how doctors plan and interpret epilepsy surgery evaluations.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 8–120 - NCT02119611Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s, dystonia, or tremor
This study tests deep brain stimulation (DBS), a therapy that sends electrical signals to the brain, for movement problems like Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, and essential tremor. It may help people whose symptoms are not controlled enough with medications, or who already have a DBS device and need ongoing management.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT01875588Recruiting
Long-term study of thinking and memory in adults with HIV
This study looks at how thinking and memory change over time in adults with HIV and compares them with adults without HIV. Researchers will do regular visits and brain/cognitive testing to understand what affects thinking and memory and to learn what might help.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–110 - NCT01730131Recruiting
Study of PML in patients, at-risk people, and healthy volunteers
This study follows people with suspected or confirmed progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), people at higher risk, and healthy volunteers. It uses visits, brain imaging (MRI), and stored biological samples to better understand how PML progresses and who is at risk.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–120 - NCT01581580Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation surgery for movement disorders
This study looks at whether deep brain stimulation surgery can help people with certain movement problems, chosen by a specialized team. You may be considered if medicines (or other treatments) aren’t controlling your symptoms well enough or if the condition causes major disability.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT01894802Recruiting
Brain recording and stimulation to help control a computer
This study tests a brain-machine interface that records brain activity and uses stimulation to help people with severe hand/arm movement loss communicate or control tasks using a computer. It may help restore some control and reduce dependence on hands that cannot be used normally.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 22–70 - NCT00623389Recruiting
Testing a leg neuroprosthesis for walking and leg control
This trial tests an advanced device that helps control and use your legs and trunk muscles for movement. It may help people with certain types of paralysis or weakness to improve function, while closely monitoring safety and comfort.
Cleveland, OhioAges 21–75 - NCT00004577Recruiting
New Brain Imaging Methods Research Study
This research study tests new ways to take detailed pictures of your brain using MRI (a safe imaging machine). You'll help researchers develop better imaging methods by lying still in the scanner for up to 2 hours.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT01273129Recruiting
Surgery for epilepsy that medicines cannot control
This trial looks at using brain surgery to treat epilepsy that does not improve with usual medicines, or epilepsy caused by a brain tumor. It may help some people reduce seizures if surgery is appropriate for their situation.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 8–99 - NCT00001778Recruiting
Understanding HTLV Infection and HAM/TSP Disease
This research study evaluates people with HTLV infection, a virus that can cause a nerve disorder called HAM/TSP. Researchers want to better understand who gets this condition and why, which may help develop future treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT00018889Recruiting
Understanding Movement Disorders Through Genetics and Traits
This research study helps scientists understand how genes and family traits connect to movement disorders like Parkinson's disease or tremor. You may be asked to answer questions about your symptoms, provide family history, and possibly have an MRI scan to help researchers learn more about these conditions.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–100 - NCT00001208Recruiting
Botulinum toxin for involuntary movement and muscle disorders
This study tests botulinum toxin (a medication that relaxes muscles) to treat various involuntary movements like tremors, muscle spasms, or uncontrolled facial movements. The goal is to see if this treatment can reduce your symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–100 - NCT00001248Recruiting
MRI Brain Imaging Study for Multiple Sclerosis
This research study uses MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)—a safe, non-invasive scanner—to take detailed pictures of your brain and understand how multiple sclerosis (MS) affects it over time. You may qualify whether you have MS or are a healthy volunteer for comparison.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT00060541Recruiting
Evaluation and treatment of brain and nerve surgery conditions
This is a research program at the National Institutes of Health that evaluates and treats people with surgical brain and nerve conditions—like brain tumors, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, and chronic pain. You'll receive expert evaluation and care while helping doctors learn more about these disorders.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 4–99 - NCT00004568Recruiting
Study of inherited neurological conditions
This study is looking at people with inherited (genetic) neurological conditions, as well as their family members, to better understand these diseases. Participants will receive a thorough evaluation, which may help with diagnosis and research.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–120
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for stroke?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,681 recruiting stroke studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a stroke trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a stroke trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.